Here is a look at some of the eclipse-related activities planned for the area.
The Great American Eclipse: Ritter Planetarium, University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St.: 530-2650/utoledo.edu/nsm/rpbo/programs/public.html; Program is about eclipses, from lunar to total solar: Fri., April 5, 7:30; Lights Out, eclipses whys, wonders, and wows: Sat., April 6, 1.
TOTALITY: BGSU Planetarium, Bowling Green State University, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 104 Overman Hall, Bowling Green; 372-2421/bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/physics-and-astronomy/bgsu-planetarium.html; Shows: Sun.3/31 and April 7, 4:30 and 7:30; Thu., April 4, 6:30.
Spiegel Glow: Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, Ohio; 332-2081/rbhayes.org; A night of fun, space and eclipse-themed activities, and hors d'oeuvres: Fri., April 5, 7-9. Tickets: non-members $25/adults; $15/ages 13-18; $10/ages 6-12; and free for ages 5 and younger; for members $22/adults; $13/ages 13-18; $8/ages 6-12; and free for ages 5 and younger. After the Spiegel Glow event the Sandusky County Park District will offer sky watching on the Spiegel Grove grounds (sky watching is free), Fri., April 5, 9-10. Visit website for additional events being held on the week before April 8.
Total Solar Eclipse Celebration: Lakeside Chautauqua, 236 Walnut Ave., Lakeside, Ohio; lakesideohio.com; 798-4461; Family-friendly programming, including live-streamed events from across the globe, scavenger hunts, a game night, out-of-this-world art activities, eclipsed-theme trivia, special movie showings, and much more: Fri., April 5-Mon., April 8. shoresandislands.com/event/total-solar-eclipse-celebration/44146/
“Totality: Discovering the Eclipse”: at the Appold Planetarium at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, Ohio; 800-878-3210/lourdes.edu/academics/appold-planetarium; The show animates the special alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun during the eclipse, watch solar and lunar eclipses from earth, from space, and from the moon: April 5, 6, and 7, 7:30 p.m. with additional showings on April 6 and 7 at 1:30 and 4:30.
Total Eclipse of the ‘Burg Festival: Louisiana Ave.; visitperrysburg.com/event/total-eclipse-of-the-burg; downtown Perrysburg; Featuring live music, kids’ activities, eclipse education, food/food trucks, festivities, and more: Sat., April 6, noon-6.
Pre-Eclipse Party: Zoar Lutheran Church, 314 East Indiana Ave., Perrysburg, 10 a.m. worship service followed by complimentary lunch, presentation about the eclipse and Q&A with astronomy experts. Sun., April 7. RSVP requested at zoarlutheran.com or stopping by church office; call 419-874-4346 for more information.
"Un"Sunshine Solar Eclipse Watch Party: Sunshine Communities, 7223 Maumee Western Rd., Maumee; sunshine.org/events; Food trucks, music, free eclipse sunglasses, science activities, games, and more: Mon., April 8, 1-4.
Solar Street Fair: E. Main St., Woodville, Ohio; Participating businesses will have special guest vendors, activities or performances, kid zone activities, scavenger hunt, and restaurants will be offering special menu items: Sun., April 7, 11 a.m.-5.
Imagination Station Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Festival Park (near Imagination Station), 1 Discovery Way; imaginationstationtoledo.org; Enjoy food, games, hands-on science activities, and prime viewing for the solar eclipse: Mon., April 8, all day.
Total Solar Eclipse Watch Party: Doyt Perry Stadium at Bowling Green State University Campus, Wooster St., Bowling Green;.bgsu.edu/eclipse; Family-friendly event, fun and educational activities, demonstrations, music, telescope viewing, and more: Mon., April 8, 1-4:30. Free solar eclipse glasses provided for safe viewing to all attending. Event is free and open to the public.
The Great 2024 Total Solar Eclipse at the Wood County Parks: Bradner Preserve, 11491 Fostoria Rd., Bradner, Ohio; Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green; and William Henry Harrison Park, 644 Bierley Ave., Pemberville, Ohio; wcparks.org/whats-new; Mon., April 8, 1-5. Some eclipse glasses will be available but quantities are limited. Arrive early to claim your spot at your selected park, and bring a blanket. You are not required to register to participate, but you may register to give the park district an idea of how many folks to expect.
Solar Eclipse Watch Party: BGSU Firelands Campus, One University Drive, Huron, Ohio; bgsu.edu/firelands/solar-eclipse.html; A variety of activities for all ages and interests, choose to watch the eclipse indoors or outdoors, with special glasses provided for your safety, enjoy family friendly movies, glow party, story time, yard games, arts and crafts, and more. Performances by the Firelands Symphony Orchestra, featuring music inspired by the sun and the stars. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and join us for a fun-filled day, Mon., April 8, from 8 a.m.-5. Admission is free and open to the public.
Solar Eclipse Party at Hensville: 36 N. St. Clair St.; hensvilletoledo.com/calendar/event/56934; Live music, food, and eclipse-themed cocktails for purchase, yard games, science demonstrations, and more: Mon., April 8, noon-5. This event is free to the public, but you must RSVP to reserve your eclipse glasses.
UToledo’s Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Event: UToledo’s Main Campus and in the Glass Bowl; utoledo.edu/eclipse; Family-friendly event, includes educational information and activities, demonstrations, music, food trucks and concessions, fun on Centennial Mall and more: Mon., April 8, noon-6. Free solar eclipse glasses will be provided at UToledo on the day of the event for safe viewing (while supplies last). Free and open to the public. On-campus parking is on a first come, first served basis. Permits will not be enforced on April 8, excluding disability, metered and reserved spaces.
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Parkside Drive-in, 4500 Navarre Ave. (Route 2, across from Pearson Metropark), Oregon, Ohio; 635-7575; parksidedrive-in.com; Music, activities, door prizes, large tailgate spaces, full concessions: Mon., April 8, doors open for non-members at 8 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. for members. Rain or shine. Advance ticket sales only. Visit the website for details.
Whitehouse Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Whitehouse Village Hall, 6925 Providence St. and Blue Creek Metropark, 7035 Providence St., Whitehouse; Enjoy the day and this unique experience with us, there will be food trucks: Mon., April 8, 12:30-4:30. The eclipse will be from approximately 2-4:30 with totality from 3:11-3:13. Whitehouse Solar Eclipse Glasses will be available in limited quantities. Parking will be available at Village Hall, along Providence St. and at Blue Creek Metropark. Bring a lawn chair.
Eclipse events for Findlay: findlaysolareclipse2024.com
The Cube: 3430 N. Main St., Findlay; City of Findlay Viewing Site, public restrooms, concessions, free, Mon., April 8, opens at 7 a.m. Free admission.
Emory Adams Park: 1827 S. Blanchard St., Findlay; City Of Findlay Viewing Site, public restrooms, food trucks, Mon., April 8, opens at 6 a.m. Free admission.
Oakwoods Nature Preserve: 1400 Oakwood Ave., Findlay; Hancock Park District Viewing Event, public bathrooms, Mon., April 8, opens noon-5 p.m. Free admission.
Riverbend Park: 16618 TR 208, Findlay; Hancock Park District Viewing Event, kids’ activities, specialty equipped solar filter telescopes, public restrooms, Mon., April 8 opens 12:30-4:30. Free admission.
Swale Park: 215 Defiance Ave., Findlay; public restrooms, City of Findlay Viewing Site, Mon., April 8, opens at 6 a.m. Free.
The University of Findlay Campus: 201 College St., Findlay; Booths, games, STEAM engagement activities, Newhard Planetarium & Mazza Museum tours and visits, public bathrooms, Mon., April 8 begins at 10 a.m. Free.
More locations are coming soon, visit Findlay website.
Events list for Sandusky, Cedar Point, Put-in-Bay, and more: shoresandislands.com/solar-eclipse/#events
“A Monumental Eclipse:” on the lawn of Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial, Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay; chamber 285-2832; visitputinbay.com; Mon., April 8. The Miller Ferry will be open for transportation, millerferry.com. Free solar glasses (while supplies last). Restaurants, golf carts, churches, nature trails, and parks will be open for this event.
The Park Goes Dark-Eclipse Watch Party: Waterworks Park, 501-699 Ohio 163; Port Clinton, Ohio; 734-5522; Mon., April 8, 11 a.m.
Eclipse Viewing Party: hosted by the Eries Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America at Camp Miakonda, 5600 W. Sylvania Ave.; erieshorescouncil.org/eclipse; In addition to the eclipse viewing, there will be opportunities to participate in target and range sports, fishing, hiking, crafts, rocket launching, and more: Mon., April 8, noon-5. Registration: $5 and includes viewing glasses and a patch (registration open until April 5). All youth must have a paid adult in attendence with them.
Solar Spectacular at Sauder Village: 22611 State Rt. 2, Archbold, Ohio; 800-590-9755; saudervillage.org; Celebrate the sun, moon, and stars through brand new, interactive activities for all, create a sundial, and more: Mon., April 8, 1-6. Visit the website for tickets and details.
Glass City Riverwalk Eclipse Viewing Party: Glass City, 1001 Front St., Toledo; metroparkstoledo.com; Telescopes with solar filters, kids’ zone, rain or shine, eclipse-themed activities: Mon., April 8, 1-4:30. Eclipse viewing glasses available to borrow. No reservations required.
Metroparks Total Solar Eclipse Events: Oak Openings Preserve (Beach Ridge Area) 3520 Waterville-Swanton Rd., Swanton; metroparkstoledo.com; Casual eclipse viewing session with a naturalist, eclipse-themed activities: Mon., April 8, 1-4:30. Eclipse viewing glasses available to borrow. No reservations required. Free.
Total Eclipse at the Zoo: Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way; toledozoo.org/events/total-eclipse; Enjoy animal demos, character meet and greets, a bounce house, musical entertainment, and other fun activities throughout the day: Mon., April 8, 10 a.m.-4. Eclipse related activities are included with Zoo admission. Admission is free for Lucas County residents 10 a.m.-noon, with proof of residency.
Toledo City Parks Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Promenade Park, 400 Water St.; Joe E. Brown Park, 28 W. Lake St.; and Navarre Park, between Woodville Rd. and E. Broadway (behind East Toledo Family Center); toledoeclipse.org; Live DJ, outdoor games/activities, and food: Mon., April 8, 1-5. Free certified safety viewing glasses while supplies last. Bring chairs, blankets, and non-alcoholic refreshments.
“Launch Pad” for the viewing of the Solar Eclipse: Amphitheater, 209 S. Arch St., Fremont; downtownfremontohio.org; Mon., April 8, 11 a.m.-6.
Solar Eclipse Watch Party: Anderson Field, 1313 Oak Harbor Rd., Fremont; 334-5900; fremontohio.org; Mon., April 8, noon-4. Restrooms available. Free parking.
Solar Eclipse Watch Party: Roger Young Memorial Park, Tiffin St., Fremont; 334-5900; fremontohio.org; Mon., April 8, noon-4. Park is located within a short walk of downtown Fremont local shops and restaurants. Restrooms available. Free parking.
Total Eclipse Viewing Party: Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 County Rd. 99, Findlay; nworrp.org; Museum’s gift shop and model train displays will be open, Quarter scale train rides available (at an additional cost), live entertainment by local artist Chris Salyer, and food trucks: Mon., April 8, gates open at 9 a.m. Admission: $20; $20/advance parking space. Due to limited cell phone service on the day of the event, it is strongly recommended that visitors carry sufficient cash for all purchases. We do not know if our credit card system will function during the event. “Cash only” required for the day of the event parking purchase.
Monumental Eclipse at Put-In-Bay: putinbay.com/events/monumental-eclipse-at-put-in-bay; Both the Miller Ferry and the Jet Express will be running, hotels and vacation rental homes, some amazing bars and restaurants, a great place to cruise around in some Put-in-Bay golf carts, and the perfect surroundings to take in a once-in-a-generation event: Mon., April 8.
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Williams Park, 410 E. Stone St., Gibsonburg, Ohio; gibsonburgohio.org/2024-events; Mon., April 8, 2-4.
Run the Eclipse 5K: Williams Park, 410 E. Stone St., Gibsonburg, Ohio; 637-2634/m.glotzbecker@gibsonburgohio.org; A 3 mile run/walk and is part of the Run The Eclipse Virtual Run taking place across the country, runners/walkers will be on the course during the solar eclipse. Admission/entry at runtheeclipse.com: Mon., April 8, starting at 2:55-6.
First Published March 31, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
